GUY-GRIP Dead-ends are intended for use on single wood poles associated with distribution construction.
GUY-GRIP Dead-ends were not designed or tested for use on overhead shield wires and not
intended for that application.
Refer to Big-Grip Dead-end, an alternate product recommended for guying transmission construction, or tower and antenna applications.
Rated Holding Strength: GUY-GRIP Dead-ends are rated at 100% of the strand’s published rated breaking strength.
MATERIAL SELECTION: GUY-GRIP Dead-ends are made of the same basic material as the strand to which they are applied. This pertains to galvanized, , Aluminum clad steel, stainless Type 302, and stainless Type 316. Any of these materials can be selected from the catalog tables. The recommended types of strand are also indicated.
TAPPING: GUY-GRIP Dead-ends are mechanical devices not designed as current transfer connectors. Consequently, tapping is not recommended over or through the GUY-GRIP Dead-end.
APPLICATION-INSPECTION: Within the first 3 months after initial application, GUY-GRIP Dead-ends may be removed and reapplied two times after initial application for the purpose of retensioning the guy. After 3 months a new Dead-end should be used any time removal is required.
GUY-GRIP Dead-ends should be used on hardware that is held in a fixed position; the fitting should not be allowed to rotate or spin about the axis of the strand. They should not be used as tools; that is, come-alongs, pulling-in grips, etc. Lay direction of both the GUY-GRIP Dead-ends and the strand should be the same. Most strand is left-hand lay.
STRAND TAIL: For appearance and safety the strand tail should be cut as close as convenient to the crossover mark and buried inside the crossover mark if possible. If desired, the strand tail can, instead, extend through the loop for grounding purposes. Any tail over 2" or 3" should be restrained and not permitted to rotate during loading of the guy.
SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
1. This product is intended for a single (one-time, permanent) use and for the specified application, although it may be reapplied twice for retensioning within 90 days of initial installation. CAUTION: DO NOT MODIFY OR REUSE THIS PRODUCT AFTER 90 DAYS UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES.
2. This product SHOULD NOT be used as a tool; that is, as a come along, pulling in grips, temporary bracing, etc.
3. This product is intended for use by trained crafts people only. This product SHOULD NOT BE USED by anyone who is not familiar with and trained in the use of it.
4. When working in the area of energized lines with this product, EXTRA CARE should be taken to prevent accidental electrical contact.
5. For PROPER PERFORMANCE AND PERSONAL SAFETY be sure to select the proper size GUY-GRIP
Dead-end before application.
6. GUY-GRIP Dead-ends are precision devices. To insure proper performance, they should be stored in cartons under cover and handled carefully.
